Left to Right: Adam Ashe, President of Ashe Insurance, Renee Porter, Member Services Manager of Co-Operative Insurance Companies, Jamie Heath, Wish Alumni and Wish Coordinator for Make-A-Wish Vermont, Cotey Gallagher, Member Services Representative of Co-Operative Insurance Companies, Jamie Hathaway, President & CEO of Make-A-Wish Vermont and Make-A-Wish Northeast New York. Make-A-Wish Vermont photo.
Vermont Business Magazine Make-A-Wish Vermont and Co-operative Insurance Companies have announced that the 22nd Annual Wish Kids Golf Classic raised $30,000. Since 2001, this event has consistently provided critical funding to ensure that Make-A-Wish Vermont can continue to grant life-changing wishes to Vermont’s children facing critical illnesses.
The Wish Kids Golf Classic was hosted at Ralph Myhre Golf Course in Middlebury, Vermont on July 12, 2024. The tournament has grown from raising $2,100 in its first year to a cumulative total exceeding $500,000 over 24 years.
Jamie Hathaway, President and CEO of Make-A-Wish Vermont stated: "The partnership between Make-A-Wish Vermont and Co-operative Insurance Companies through the Wish Kids Golf Classic has been transformative. This year's $30,000 contribution will help us continue granting life-changing wishes to children facing critical illnesses. We're deeply thankful for the support of Co-operative Insurance Companies and all participants who make this event a success year after year."
Co-Operative Insurance Companies President and CEO Lee Dowgiewicz adds, "We are incredibly proud of the success of our annual charity golf tournament. Thanks to the generous contributions of our sponsors and participants, we have raised $30,000 this year. It's an honor to see how our collective efforts can make such a positive impact."
For those interested in supporting future events or learning more about the Wish Kids Golf Classic, visit https://www.co-opinsurance.com/wish-kids-golf or follow them on Facebook.
About Make-A-Wish® Vermont:
Make-A-Wish Vermont creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. A wish is often the turning point in a child's recovery. Since 1989, Make-A-Wish Vermont has granted over 1,000 wishes, providing hope, strength, and joy to children and their families during challenging times. For more information, visit vermont.wish.org.
About Co-operative Insurance Companies:
Co-operative Insurance Companies has been meeting property and casualty insurance needs since 1915, offering farm, home, auto, business, and other insurance to people in Vermont and New Hampshire. It is owned by its members and committed to protecting them with fast and fair claims service, knowledge of farm safety practices, and local operations. The company has headquarters in Middlebury, Vermont, with regional claims offices and more than 100 agency locations across Vermont and New Hampshire.
Source: Shelburne, VT – Thursday, August 22, 2024 - Make-A-Wish Vermont
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